Observed Signal · Sep 9, 2026 · Funding · Source: PocketGamer.biz · Impact: 4/5 · Sentiment: Positive
Tripo raises $445M in Series B funding for 3D AI models
Tripo AI, a generative AI company specializing in 3D models, has raised approximately ¥3 billion ($445 million) in Series B and B+ financing rounds. Major investors include Perfect World, Yanqu Games, 37 Interactive Entertainment, ThunderSoft, BlueFocus, and SPC, with additional backing from 4399 Network, CMC Capital Partners, T-Capital, and others. The funding will support the development of generative 3D models and expand computing infrastructure for AI training and product development. This round comes just two months after a $150 million Series A3 round, reflecting the rapid iteration pace of AI companies. Tripo also launched its P2.0 model at Gamescom, a production-grade native 3D diffusion model designed for game development.
Major funding round for a leading GenAI 3D model company, signaling continued investment in AI infrastructure and tools relevant to game development and potentially advertising/metaverse applications.
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Key Takeaways & Evidence Grounding
- Tripo AI raised $445 million in Series B and B+ financing rounds.
- Investors include Perfect World, Yanqu Games, 37 Interactive Entertainment, 4399 Network, ThunderSoft, BlueFocus, SPC, CMC Capital Partners, and T-Capital.
- Funding will be used for generative 3D model development and AI computing infrastructure expansion.
- Tripo launched P2.0, a production-grade native 3D diffusion model, at Gamescom.
- The company raised $150 million in Series A3 just two months earlier.
- Total funding raised includes $50 million in March 2026 and nearly $200 million from Series A+ and A++ rounds.
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